Manager Construction I

Oncor Electric Delivery•Odessa, TX

19h•$126,454 - $168,606•Onsite

About The Position

As a Construction Manager I at Oncor, you will manage an assigned portfolio of Transmission construction projects. The number of projects will vary (100-250) with an individual project cost which may be $10,000,000 (or greater) and the total in the range of $750,000,000 per year.

Requirements

Technical skills required to understand the operation and design of the transmission electrical power facilities.
Good interpersonal skills- effective communications, influencing the organization, leadership, motivation, negotiation and conflict management, and problem solving
Some general management skills- planning, organizing, staffing, executing and controlling.
Computer literacy- able to use the normal office products and learn to use the specific programs associated with Transmission Construction- Exceed on Demand, Transmission Outage Application, etc.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
Technical or related degree with 7 years in the design, operation and/or construction of electrical utility facilities OR 12 years of experience can be accepted in lieu of the above.
Applicants with 2 years of experience in a project environment (preferably in a supervisor/manager role) are encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

Applicant with a Professional Engineering license are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules and directs employees and contractors on a portfolio of construction projects to maximize the utilization of resources and minimize risks related to safety of personnel (construction forces and public) and transmission facilities. In addition, develops the skill sets of employees and contractors to accomplish projects.
Monitors status of projects (from planning status to completion) and keeps project stakeholders appropriately informed of project progress, issues and projected in-service dates. Recommends/implements corrective actions as appropriate.
Properly resolves stakeholder issues (landowner/public issues, engineering design, clearance constraints, etc) which occur during construction activities.
Ensures a safe working environment and quality control by assigning on site Field Construction Coordinator (FCC), conducting periodic field and safety observations, and leading incident investigations (safety and service interruptions) to determine root-cause.
Coordinates other construction organizations (distribution, district, other utilities, customer contractor, etc) and acquires the system facilities clearances required for construction activities.

Benefits

Annual incentive program.
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
401k match with student debt program.
Cash balance pension plan.
Adoption Assistance.
Mental health resources.
Employee resource groups.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.